CVE-2023-20963KEV · OVERDUE

Android Framework Privilege Escalation Vulnerability

High · published March 24, 2023

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Confirmed exploited, and the score agrees

CVSS calls it high at 7.8. It is confirmed in active exploitation. It sits in the 73.5th percentile for exploit probability.

1269
days past CISA
deadline
CVSS v3.1
7.8
EPSS
1%
Percentile
73.5
In the wild
Confirmed
What it is

🚨 A parcel mismatch in WorkSource could let attackers escalate privileges without needing any extra permissions or user interaction — talk about a free pass! ⚡ Think of it like a delivery service where the wrong package ends up at your door, but instead of just a wrong delivery, it contains the keys to your house. An attacker could waltz in without anyone noticing! This vulnerability could lead to a scenario where an attacker gains elevated privileges on affected Android devices, potentially compromising sensitive data or system integrity. It's like leaving the back door unlocked while you think you're safe inside!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery service where the wrong package ends up at your door, but instead of just a wrong delivery, it contains the keys to your house. An attacker could waltz in without anyone noticing! The flaw in WorkSource allows for local escalation of privilege, meaning that an attacker can exploit this without needing any additional execution privileges or user action.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to a scenario where an attacker gains elevated privileges on affected Android devices, potentially compromising sensitive data or system integrity. It's like leaving the back door unlocked while you think you're safe inside! Update your Android devices to the latest version immediately to ensure you're protected against this vulnerability. Android versions 11, 12, 12L, and 13 should be patched to close this gap. Don't wait until it's too late! You've got this! Stay ahead of the curve by keeping your devices updated and secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.8 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01465 · 73.5th percentile
Published
2023-03-24T00:00Z
KEV added
2023-04-13 · due 2023-05-04
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 13 APR 00:00Z
    Added to CISA KEV — remediate by May 4
    kev
  • 24 MAR 00:00Z
    In WorkSource, there is a possible parcel mismatch
    cvelistv5